Visitor Updates

Please pardon our appearance in some areas of The Savill Garden, whilst we work hard to complete essential works in the Garden for your future enjoyment.

The Summer Garden area in The Savill Garden is currently restricted due to essential annual maintenance and repair of lawns, apologies for any inconvenience.

The major Punch Bowl restoration project in The Valley Gardens continues

Horse riders are now restricted to riding on roads and tracks only.

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Sweeping historic parkland, award-winning gardens, ancient woodland and forest trails – there is something for everyone at Windsor Great Park.

The Savill Garden

Treasured by the Royal family, The Savill Garden is a tranquil place to explore rare plants from around the world, arranged in stunning seasonal displays.

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Virginia Water

Originally created as a Royal pleasure ground, the spectacular lake at Virginia Water is now a treasured destination for families to enjoy all year round.

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The Valley Gardens

Discover this enchanting woodland of twisting trails and sweet smelling flowers, located on the northern shores of Virginia Water.

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The Long Walk and Deer Park

This impressive three mile long tree-lined avenue begins at the George IV Gateway at Windsor Castle and ends at the magnificent Copper Horse statue.

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With over 4,800 acres for you to explore at Windsor Great Park you are never short of something to do if escape and fun is high on your list. With a Royal history spanning over 1,000 years, you can encounter historical monuments, ancient forests and stunning horticultural displays, as well as rare wildlife, plants and fungi.

 

 

Making the most of your visit

Here are some great ways to spend your time at Windsor Great Park.

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    Try to count how many animals there are on the 100 foot Totem Pole at Virginia Water lake.

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    Take a crisp walk through the Winter Beds, with their concentration of bright colours and glorious scent

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    Explore the gentle woodland paths of The Valley Gardens

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    Sip a warming coffee in the Virginia Water Pavilion

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    Catch up with friends at the play area on Obelisk Lawn

Seasonal Inspiration

Windsor Great Park is home to an impressive collection of plants and flowers from around the world which offer astounding displays to admire – and photograph – throughout the seasons!

Visit our Seasonal Highlights guide for some of our suggestions for plants that are peaking today.

Spring

Spring Wood in The Savill Garden creates the perfect conditions for bursts of wild flowers while The Valley Gardens is transformed into a riot of colour within Daffodil Valley and Azalea Walk.

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Summer

The displays are alive with vibrant colour – especially within the Rose Garden, grand Herbaceous Borders, newly replanted Golden Jubilee Garden and Summer Wood in The Savill Garden.

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Autumn

Wander through the crackling leaves and watch the landscape transform, as rich autumnal hues sweep the Park - setting the view alight throughout The Savill Garden and Valley Gardens.

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Winter

Take a stroll through the Winter Beds in The Savill Garden, and the Winter Walk in The Valley Gardens – taking in the sweet scent of the witch hazels and the vibrant colours of cornus and willows.

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Our Story and History

Windsor Great Park has witnessed countless events throughout history, dating back to pre-Saxon times - each of which has left its own distinctive mark on this impressive landscape. From William the Conqueror using the landscape as a hunting ground, to Queen Victoria entertaining on the shores of Virginia Water – our Royal connections remain strong today under the stewardship of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, the current Ranger of Windsor Great Park.

Share in the experiences that generations of the Monarchy have enjoyed throughout history as you wander through Windsor Great Park. To find out more, visit our Heritage section and Interactive Timeline below.

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